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LoC No.: 19000118

Title: A Blue Devil of France: Epic figures and stories of the Great War, 1914-1918

Note: Reading ease score: 79.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Credits: Produced by Brian Coe, Moti Ben-Ari and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at http: //www.pgdp.net (This
file was produced from images generously made available
by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.)

Summary: "A Blue Devil of France: Epic Figures and Stories of the Great War, 1914-1918" by Captain G. P. Capart is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The author, a soldier involved in World War I, shares personal anecdotes and observations from his experiences as a member of the French Army during the war. The book highlights the valor and spirit of the French soldiers, known as "poilus", showcasing their heroism amidst the brutality and chaos of combat. The opening portion of the book begins with the author reflecting on his departure from Switzerland to enlist in the military just as World War I is declared. Capart recalls the emotional weight of leaving his family behind and the chaotic scene of civilians fleeing from the German invasion. He paints vivid encounters with fellow soldiers, illustrating their raw emotions in the face of the war, including a soldier grappling with the act of killing for the first time and the absurdities experienced amidst the horrors of battle. This combination of effort, camaraderie, and emotional conflict sets the groundwork for a rich tapestry of stories that portray the lived experiences of soldiers during one of history’s most devastating conflicts. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Capart, Gustav P., 1881-

Translator: Drouillard, Jacques C., 1889-

EBook No.: 48229

Published: Feb 10, 2015

Downloads: 210

Language: English

Subject: World War, 1914-1918 -- Personal narratives

LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: World War I (1914-1918)

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

This edition has images.

LoC No.: 19000118

Title: A Blue Devil of France: Epic figures and stories of the Great War, 1914-1918

Note: Reading ease score: 79.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Credits: Produced by Brian Coe, Moti Ben-Ari and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at http: //www.pgdp.net (This
file was produced from images generously made available
by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.)

Summary: "A Blue Devil of France: Epic Figures and Stories of the Great War, 1914-1918" by Captain G. P. Capart is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The author, a soldier involved in World War I, shares personal anecdotes and observations from his experiences as a member of the French Army during the war. The book highlights the valor and spirit of the French soldiers, known as "poilus", showcasing their heroism amidst the brutality and chaos of combat. The opening portion of the book begins with the author reflecting on his departure from Switzerland to enlist in the military just as World War I is declared. Capart recalls the emotional weight of leaving his family behind and the chaotic scene of civilians fleeing from the German invasion. He paints vivid encounters with fellow soldiers, illustrating their raw emotions in the face of the war, including a soldier grappling with the act of killing for the first time and the absurdities experienced amidst the horrors of battle. This combination of effort, camaraderie, and emotional conflict sets the groundwork for a rich tapestry of stories that portray the lived experiences of soldiers during one of history’s most devastating conflicts. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Capart, Gustav P., 1881-

Translator: Drouillard, Jacques C., 1889-

EBook No.: 48229

Published: Feb 10, 2015

Downloads: 210

Language: English

Subject: World War, 1914-1918 -- Personal narratives

LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: World War I (1914-1918)

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.